The PPI is Rising – The Inflationman Cometh

January 13, 2011

Sure sure sure… Inflation EX-food and EX-energy is flat. Take out water and I would be 40% less in volume. So what!

Food prices as measured by the FAO are at an all-time high.

The fact is that by utilizing statistical measure that provide different Read more

Zagg (ZAGG) – Moving Since CES

January 11, 2011

Zagg (ZAGG) has been moving steadily higher since last week’s CES. There was an announcement from the company regarding their latest smudge-proof screen protector that helped to create new excitement. Aside from that, the CES show really highlighted the push toward mobile and portable devices, the sweet spot for Zagg’s products.

While this is a speculative idea that plays within both the Read more

Analyst Calls – Their Worst is Their Best

January 10, 2011

With the start of earnings season just hours away, it is a good idea to consider how analysts have fared recently. Since many rely on them for estimating what a company may do, this is often what will move a stock post earnings. But an interesting story today out of Bloomberg shows that it may have been best to go with those companies that they had little Read more

TDI Podcast 194: The Fed’s Mischief With G. Edward Griffin

January 9, 2011

Guest (s): G. Edward Griffin explains why the Fed is not the answer. In fact, he tells us that they are the problem. With a good deal of historical background, Mr. Griffin provides us with the details of an idea hatched by the powerful bankers of the 1910′s that is now the Fed. All powerful, all knowing. We also have Corey Rosenbloom with us and we get into a discussion about his new book and his outlook for the markets. Happy New Year!

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Sunday Fun: Images From Around The World

January 9, 2011

Here is a great bunch of pictures sent to me by friend Warren D. There are some that can be matched to a country. Can you pick them out?

Great stuff Warren! Read more

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